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$488,045$416 / ft²
TopHap EstimateOur estimate of what this home would sell for today, based on nearby sales, the home's size and features, and local price trends. It is a starting point, not an appraisal.· confidence 92How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Aug 30, 2026

256 NIANTIC RIVER RD

WATERFORD, CT 06385
2
Beds
1
Baths
1,172 ft²
Living AreaTotal finished area of the structures, from county records. Some counties include shared space like hallways or a building gym, so it may not match a listing.
0.22 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1930
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
4
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$488K
$447K low$530K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$6,451 (2025)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$276,170 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$195,690
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$80,480
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$276,170
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$193,319

Climate Risk

Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.197 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.73%
FEMA Flood ZoneFEMA's flood zone for this address. Zones starting with A or V are high risk, and lenders usually require flood insurance there.1 percent flood zone

Scores 0–100; higher = greater projected risk.

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Single Family Residence
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Ranch
CountySOUTHEASTERN CONNECTICUT
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.22
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Concrete
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Shingle
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Hot Water
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Deck

Assigned SchoolsThe public schools this address is zoned for. Boundaries change, so confirm with the district before you count on it.

E
Oswegatchie Elementary SchoolB
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 0.4 mi
M
Clark Lane Middle SchoolB-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 2.6 mi
H
Waterford High SchoolA-
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.6 mi

District: Waterford School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 06385These are comparison scores, not percentages. 100 equals the national average, so 150 means about 50% above average.

CrimeLocal crime compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. It reflects things like population density, income, and how crime gets reported.58
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.106
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.54

Index scale: 100 = US average (tick). Lower is better.

Homes occupiedThe share of homes here that someone lives in. The rest sit empty, including vacation and for-sale homes.94%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.24%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.5.0%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.0.9%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.12,297
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.443 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$100,760
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$112,241
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.50°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.50 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.56%

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How this home compares

256 Niantic River Rd measured against every home in its neighborhood, its ZIP code and its county, using county assessor records refreshed nightly. A home can stand out in one of those areas and look ordinary in another, because each one holds a different mix of homes.

  • Worth more than 67% of homes in Southeastern Connecticut County
  • Costs more per square foot than 93% of homes in Waterford 06385
  • Smaller than 73% of homes in Southeastern Connecticut County
  • Has a smaller lot than 85% of homes in Waterford 06385
  • Older than 86% of homes in Waterford 06385

What homes are worth in Waterford 06385

Each bar is how many homes fall in that price range. The marker is this home.

This home
$205K$1.1M

This home is worth more than 63% of homes in Waterford 06385.

How it measures up in Waterford 06385

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Waterford 06385.

Estimated value$488,045
CheaperTypical $431,244Pricier

Pricier than 63% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$416
CheaperTypical $291Pricier

Pricier than 93% of homes nearby

Living area1,172 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,456 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 28% of homes nearby

Lot size0.22 ac
SmallerTypical 0.44 acBigger

Bigger than 15% of homes nearby

Year built1930
OlderTypical 1965Newer

Newer than 14% of homes nearby

How 256 Niantic River Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeWaterford 06385Southeastern Connecticut County
Estimated valuepricier than$488,04563% of homes67% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$41693% of homes91% of homes
Living areabigger than1,172 ft²28% of homes27% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.22 ac15% of homes18% of homes
Year builtnewer than193014% of homes19% of homes

About 256 Niantic River Rd

How much is 256 Niantic River Rd, Waterford, CT worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 256 Niantic River Rd, Waterford, CT is $488,045 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $446,571 to $529,519. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 256 Niantic River Rd, Waterford, CT last sell?

256 Niantic River Rd, Waterford, CT last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 256 Niantic River Rd, Waterford, CT?

256 Niantic River Rd, Waterford, CT has 2 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,172 square feet of living space and a 0.22-acre lot.

When was 256 Niantic River Rd, Waterford, CT built?

256 Niantic River Rd, Waterford, CT was built in 1930, making it 96 years old. It is a ranch home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 256 Niantic River Rd, Waterford, CT?

256 Niantic River Rd, Waterford, CT is assigned to Oswegatchie Elementary School (elementary), rated B; Clark Lane Middle School (middle), rated B-; Waterford High School (high), rated A-. All sit in Waterford School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 256 Niantic River Rd, Waterford, CT compare to other homes in Waterford 06385?

Among the 6,719 homes in Waterford 06385, it is worth more than 63% of them ($488,045 against a typical $431,244), its price per square foot is higher than 93% of them ($416 against a typical $291), it is bigger than 28% of them (1,172 ft² against a typical 1,456 ft²), its lot is bigger than 15% of them (0.22 ac against a typical 0.44 ac) and it is newer than 14% of them (1930 against a typical 1965). Measured against all of Southeastern Connecticut County, it is worth more than 67% of homes there. These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

What are the property taxes on 256 Niantic River Rd, Waterford, CT?

The 2025 property tax bill for 256 Niantic River Rd, Waterford, CT was $6,451. The county assessed it at $276,170.

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